Singapore gains ground as firms reroute goods amid tariff risks

With global trade routes increasingly disrupted by US tariff tensions, Singapore is emerging as a strategic pivot for logistics operators and multinationals seeking consistency. Both PSA Singapore and Changi Airport have posted growth in cargo volumes, signalling a shift in traffic as firms reroute or front-load goods to avoid uncertainty.

Maersk and FedEx report heightened demand for Singapore’s integrated transshipment infrastructure, which provides critical flexibility for inventory management and rerouting. The city-state’s dual strength in sea and air cargo makes it a linchpin for supply chain continuity across Asia.

Key to this resilience is Singapore’s continued investment in automation, AI, and infrastructure expansion—developments at Tuas Port and expanded air freight capacity are already paying dividends. In a time of shifting manufacturing bases and geopolitical ambiguity, Singapore is cementing its role not just as a hub, but as a hedge.

Read the full article to understand how this shift could reshape regional logistics strategy.